Choosing a cruise is a very personal experience. Some of us crave serenity, others want non-stop action. Some people like dinners in tuxedos and ball gowns, others (me, me!) want their most casual Jimmy Buffett attire. Some clients want quirky ports of call in southeast Asia, some want to see the great cities of Europe. I recently finished a one-week cruise around the Mediterranean on the posh MSC World Europa, and found it quite amazing. It’s a ship that’s a little tricky to categorize, as it really does offer something for everyone. When I wanted to enjoy a vibrant Broadway Read more
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It wasn’t too hard to predict what travel would be like in 2021. Judging the year ahead seems trickier to me. In mid-November, I was fairly confident that 2022 would be pretty darn good for travel and tourism. Maybe not everywhere, but probably in North America, Europe and the Caribbean. Hotels were re-opening in Toronto and other cities, airlines were announcing new routes, and tourism boards were actually travelling to other destinations to promote their brand. But then Omicron appeared out of nowhere, and a feeling of “here we go again” dread came over many of us in the travel Read more
Feel like a great holiday in a fantastic hotel in one of the world’s great cities? I’m giving away another in a series of trips to the wonderful Eaton Chelsea Hotel here in downtown Toronto. One (1) winner will receive two (2) nights deluxe accommodation for four (4) – one room, in deluxe accommodation, at the Eaton Chelsea Hotel, Toronto including underground hotel self-parking. The hotel was given a huge makeover a while back and is both stylish and family-friendly, with a terrific indoor swimming pool and water slide complex, lovely rooms and warm yet modern design features. The Eaton Read more
